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R481 ULS

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,497 mi
Last recorded74,497 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR481 ULS
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2026 74,497 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 74,302 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 72,199 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 71,328 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 66,597 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 65,042 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 May 2019 62,831 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 60,978 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 59,743 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 57,386 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 56,740 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 54,615 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2012 53,752 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 51,835 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 49,018 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 46,704 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2008 43,195 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 38,343 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 35,185 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki TL1000S?

Based on 18,279 MOT tests across 1,788 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
647
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,788
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 233
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 188
reflector on motorcycle missing 164
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 140
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 131
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R481 ULS is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki TL1000S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 25,681 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki TL1000S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 233 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R481 ULS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki TL1000S typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki TL1000S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R481 ULS registered?

R481 ULS is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 26 August 1997.

Is R481 ULS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R481 ULS shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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